How long is the flight from Santa Barbara to San Jose?

Airlines like Southwest, Alaska Airlines, and Hawaiian Airlines fly from Santa Barbara to San Jose in about 5h 05m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 13h 26m. Santa Barbara and San Jose are separated by a distance of 234 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Santa Barbara to San Jose round-trip?

Flying on Southwest is currently your cheapest option to San Jose, with prices starting at $211. You may be able to fly from Santa Barbara to San Jose for 40% less than the average price by searching for this airline.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Santa Barbara to San Jose?

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Santa Barbara to San Jose flight should consider departing on Friday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Jose ranges from 0.0 - 3.1 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.1 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Jose when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Jose, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 50.0 F).

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Santa Barbara to San Jose?

Leaving on a Thursday is a viable option for saving on travel. Heavily demanded days of the week can typically drive up the prices you see. Booking your travel for a less competitive day can save up to 28% on the overall cost on flights from Santa Barbara to San Jose.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Santa Barbara to San Jose?

When searching for a good deal, it’s best to be prepared for potential fluctuations in price. We recommend booking at least 31 days in advance, which can save you up to 80% on flights from Santa Barbara to San Jose compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 31 days out may not be for everyone, so we have options available for flights within the next two weeks, with the lowest price starting at $92. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from $176.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Santa Barbara to San Jose?

December can be a great time to fly to San Jose from Santa Barbara with a flight ticket averaging about $142. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of December for as cheap as $36. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of July.

Can I find deals for flights from Santa Barbara to San Jose that include hotel bookings?

Yes. In addition to deals on Santa Barbara to San Jose flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

How can I find direct flights from Santa Barbara to San Jose?

After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Santa Barbara to San Jose.

Can I find deals for business class flights from Santa Barbara to San Jose?

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Sat 10/185:35 amSBA - SJC

1 stop3h 45mSouthwest

Tue 10/214:20 pmSJC - SBA

1 stop5h 00mSouthwest

Deal found 9/9

$202

Mon 11/103:35 pmSBA - SJC

1 stop4h 40mSouthwest

Wed 11/122:40 pmSJC - SBA

1 stop6h 25mSouthwest

Deal found 9/11

$258

Fri 10/104:55 pmSBA - SJC

1 stop4h 55mSouthwest

Sun 10/127:25 pmSJC - SBA

1 stop4h 40mSouthwest

Deal found 9/10

$285

Wed 12/107:19 pmSBA - SJC

1 stop14h 55mAlaska Airlines

Mon 1/511:49 amSJC - SBA

2 stops22h 20mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 9/9

$291

Fri 12/121:10 pmSBA - SJC

1 stop7h 55mSouthwest

Sun 1/46:45 pmSJC - SBA

1 stop5h 30mSouthwest

Deal found 9/9

$307

Thu 12/117:20 amSBA - SJC

1 stop15h 39mAlaska Airlines

Mon 1/56:30 pmSJC - SBA

2 stops15h 39mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 9/9

$308

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Sat 10/185:35 amSBA - SJC

1 stop5h 05mSouthwest

Tue 10/2110:30 amSJC - SBA

2 stops10h 50mSouthwest

Deal found 9/9

$208

Wed 12/107:19 pmSBA - SJC

1 stop18h 31mAlaska Airlines

Mon 1/57:07 pmSJC - SBA

1 stop15h 02mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 9/9

$298

Thu 2/265:45 pmSBA - SJC

1 stop5h 14mHawaiian Airlines

Mon 3/28:10 amSJC - SBA

1 stop10h 04mHawaiian Airlines

Deal found 9/10

$305

Mon 11/103:35 pmSBA - SJC

1 stop3h 40mSouthwest

Wed 11/128:45 amSJC - SBA

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Deal found 9/11

$263

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1 stop15h 39mAlaska Airlines

Mon 1/56:30 pmSJC - SBA

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Deal found 9/9

$308

Fri 10/104:55 pmSBA - SJC

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Deal found 9/10

$304

Wed 12/107:19 pmSBA - SJC

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Deal found 9/9

$310

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Deal found 9/9

$315

Fri 12/127:19 pmSBA - SJC

1 stop14h 55mAlaska Airlines

Mon 1/56:30 pmSJC - SBA

2 stops15h 39mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 9/9

$332

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$335

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$337

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Thu 9/254:25 pmSBA - SJC

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Mon 9/298:20 amSJC - SBA

1 stop7h 30mSouthwest

Deal found 9/11

$411

Fri 10/104:55 pmSBA - SJC

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Deal found 9/10

$285

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$202

Mon 10/277:44 pmSBA - SJC

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$373

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Fri 10/104:55 pmSBA - SJC

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$136

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1 stop3h 30mSouthwest

Deal found 9/11

$206

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$244

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$342

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SBA - SJC

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Santa Barbara

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5:45 pm-10:59 pm

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San Jose

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8:10 am-6:14 pm

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SBA - SJC

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7:20 am-10:59 pm

1 stop15h 39m

San Jose

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6:30 pm-10:09 am

2 stops15h 39m

$308

Santa BarbaraSan Jose

SBA - SJC

SBASJC

Santa Barbara

Wed 12/10

7:19 pm-6:55 pm

1 stop23h 36m

San Jose

Thu 1/1

7:05 am-6:51 pm

2 stops11h 46m

$310

Santa BarbaraSan Jose

SBA - SJC

SBASJC

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Thu 2/26

5:45 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop5h 14m

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3:05 pm-6:14 pm

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SBA - SJC

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7:19 pm-10:14 am

1 stop14h 55m

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Mon 1/5

6:30 pm-10:09 am

2 stops15h 39m

$332

Santa BarbaraSan Jose

SBA - SJC

SBASJC

Santa Barbara

Wed 12/10

7:19 pm-6:55 pm

1 stop23h 36m

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9:37 am-6:51 pm

2 stops9h 14m

$335

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Santa Barbara to San Jose?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to San Jose (average of $255). Flying from Santa Barbara to San Jose in June is currently the most expensive (average of $358). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SBA to SJC?

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Santa Barbara to San Jose at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 12% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

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Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest from Santa Barbara to San Jose by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,248 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,248 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,248 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Related info for your journey

How long is the flight from Santa Barbara to San Jose?
Airlines like Southwest, Alaska Airlines, and Hawaiian Airlines fly from Santa Barbara to San Jose in about 5h 05m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 13h 26m. Santa Barbara and San Jose are separated by a distance of 234 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.
What is the cheapest airline to fly from Santa Barbara to San Jose round-trip?
Flying on Southwest is currently your cheapest option to San Jose, with prices starting at $211. You may be able to fly from Santa Barbara to San Jose for 40% less than the average price by searching for this airline.
Can I find deals for flights from Santa Barbara to San Jose that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Santa Barbara to San Jose flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Santa Barbara to San Jose?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Santa Barbara to San Jose.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Santa Barbara to San Jose?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Barbara to San Jose by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Santa Barbara to San Jose?
Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to San Jose (average of $255). Flying from Santa Barbara to San Jose in June is currently the most expensive (average of $358). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Santa Barbara to San Jose

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Santa Barbara to San Jose?

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